The 3.5th anniversary special live broadcast for GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE, titled "The Hour When the Star of Hope Shines Again," concluded on April 18, 2026 (Saturday). The event drew a large crowd of Commanders and brought a string of exciting new reveals to fans around the world.
3.5th Anniversary Hype Goes Global
The broadcast generated buzz well beyond Japan, reaching a global scale. Related keywords hit the number one spot in worldwide trends, with Commanders tuning in live and actively reacting across social media — a result that reaffirmed NIKKE's standing as an international title.
The livestream archive is available on YouTube:
A special commemorative CDK for the 3.5th anniversary was also revealed during the broadcast and can be redeemed in-game.
4th Global Popularity Vote Results Announced
The final results of the 4th Global Popularity Vote were unveiled during the broadcast. After votes poured in from Commanders worldwide, Cinderella claimed first place, followed by Riverelia in second and Little Mermaid in third.
The results reflected passionate support from players around the globe. The top-ranked NIKKEs are expected to appear in future content, so there's plenty to look forward to.
Results announcement video:
New SSR NIKKEs and Costumes Revealed
Three new SSR NIKKEs were announced at the broadcast: Anis: Star (CV: Miho Okasaki), Abysta (CV: Miou Hoshitani), and Neon: Vision-Eye (CV: Rina Hidaka). Each brings a distinct personality and set of abilities to the roster.
The shining star of the Ark who banishes darkness — SSR NIKKE Anis: Star
Inspection unit by trade, now an idol manager? — SSR NIKKE Abysta
Tremendous firepower in a healthy body — SSR NIKKE Neon: Vision-Eye
Several new costumes were also unveiled alongside the new characters, giving Commanders a fresh perspective on familiar faces:
Anis: Star – Starlight
Anis: Star – T.T. STAR
Riverelia – Dreaming Lake
Rapi: Red Hood – Shinelight
Dorothy – Lunarlight
3.5th Anniversary Event "STAR ANIS" and Main Story Update
The 3.5th anniversary event "STAR ANIS" was announced, with its key visual and version PV now available. The event centers on Anis and takes the story into a new setting, building anticipation for what comes next.
Event PV:
Main story chapters 45 and 46 are also confirmed to be added. A teaser PV for the new chapters hints at significant developments in the overarching narrative.
Main story PV:
Special Developer Interview Published
A special interview with the development team has been released to mark the 3.5th anniversary, offering a look behind the scenes and insights into the team's direction for NIKKE going forward.
Developer interview:
3.5th Anniversary Campaigns
Several campaigns are underway both in and around GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE to celebrate the milestone.
A global support project called "Protect the Star of the Ark!" has launched, inviting Commanders worldwide to rally behind Anis by accumulating support points on a dedicated campaign page. Participating daily also earns in-game rewards.
Campaign page: https://nikke-jp.com/events/GuardNIKKEStars
Outdoor advertisements celebrating the 3.5th anniversary have also appeared in multiple locations. T.T. STAR promotional visuals are being displayed in the Shibuya area, while Anis and Neon visuals are featured in Akihabara. The outdoor rollout is also tied to an SNS posting campaign, blending real-world and online engagement.
Details: https://x.com/NIKKE_japan/status/2045721551765397877
The "3.5th Anniversary Global Creator Contest" is also running, with a total prize pool of over $70,000 USD. Standout entries will be featured at official events, and submissions are accepted in a variety of formats including illustrations and videos.
